Neighbors at the Table: Farmington’s Holiday Help and Year‑Round Support

From Classroom to Clinic: Farmington's CTE Spotlight

Host Dr. Kyle Gibbs talks with Farmington High School students about Career and Technical Education programs, FFA, Biomed/HOSA, FBLA, and the CNA pathway, highlighting hands-on learning, community support, leadership, and real-world job connections. The episode explores how CTE builds skills in communication, empathy, integrity, and critical thinking, and features students’ future plans ranging from nursing and EMT training to university study and rural practice.

Knights Caring for All: Special Education, Teamwork, and Transition Success

This episode highlights Farmington School District's special education services, featuring a diverse team of educators who support students from age three through graduation. It covers early childhood interventions, speech/occupational/physical therapy, paraprofessional support, transition planning, Special Olympics, common misconceptions, and the district’s focus on family and community collaboration to help students succeed.

Community Connection Through Student Service

In this inspiring episode of The Knight's Roundtable, host Dr. Kyle Gibbs focuses on one of the Farmington School District's four main pillars: Community Connectedness. Dr. Gibbs is joined by a fantastic group of student leaders representing various high school organizations—JROTC (Ava and Chris), Key Club (Claire), National Honor Society (NHS) (Mady), and Student Council (Addie). These students share how their groups go beyond the requirements to serve the school and the wider Farmington community meaningfully. Listen in as they discuss: * Key Service Projects: Hear about Student Council's community-building Fall Homecoming parade, NHS's student-feedback initiative RSVP, JROTC's support for veterans and town cleanup efforts, Key Club's record-breaking support for the local Pink Penguin Project, and JAG's community events like the Trunk or Treat. * The Power of Service: Students share what has made their work meaningful, from exceeding service-hour requirements to collaborating on projects like Habitat for Humanity. * Developing Skills: Discover how their involvement is fostering essential skills in teamwork, collaboration, and leadership, and how these experiences are shaping their future goals. * Advice for the Community: The episode concludes with the students' advice for anyone—adult or student—looking to give back, with final, impactful words that describe what serving others has taught them, including resilience, gratitude, fulfillment, reward, and fellowship. This episode is a testament to how Farmington students are actively making a difference, embodying the spirit of a true "Knight."

Neighbors at the Table: Farmington’s Holiday Help and Year‑Round Support

In this episode of the Knight's Roundtable, Dr. Kyle Gibbs and local leaders discuss how Farmington schools and community organizations work together to meet student and family needs through programs like the Backpack initiative, Season of Hope, Shop with a Cop, and United Way partnerships. Guests share success stories, ongoing needs beyond the holiday season, and clear ways listeners can donate or volunteer to support year‑round efforts to address food insecurity, housing, clothing, and other basic needs.

Finding Our Voice: From Stage to Studio

Dr. Kyle Gibbs hosts students from Farmington High to explore how theater, band, choir, and visual art contribute to academic excellence, community connection, and personal growth. The group discusses collaboration, balancing arts with schoolwork, community performances, memorable moments, and how these programs shape future goals. This episode highlights the emotional power of the arts, student stories of belonging and perseverance, and upcoming showcases like the MAC art show and school performances.